MSci degrees in Chemistry with German for Science
MSci Chemistry with German for Science (F1R2)
Course details
- Learn about German scientific culture and history
- All courses are taught in the target language
- These courses are not approriate for native or near-native speakers
Overview
In addition to the Chemistry elements of the programme, the Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication provides the following:
- training in the use and presentation of scientific and technical material in German in written and oral forms. This is presented in a clear and effective manner for a range of purposes and audiences
- an introduction to the theory and practice of translation, with a focus on German for science
- further studies in the history, politics, science and technology of German speaking countries
- a research project and taught courses at an approved educational institution in Germany in the third year of the course
Course structure
Year 1
- General Language course (German Level 3 or German Level 4)
A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- Year-in-Europe Class (German Level 3 Year in Europe or German Level 4 Year in Europe)
A one-hour weekly specialist language class to prepare you for your stay abroad, traditionally taught on Fridays at lunchtime over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
A one-hour weekly lecture /seminar style course on contemporary German history and politics taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
Year 2
- General Language course (German Level 4 or German Level 5) A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- Year-in-Europe class (German Level 4 Year-in-Europe or German Level 5 & 6 Year-in-Europe) A one-hour weekly specialist language class to prepare you for your stay abroad, traditionally taught on Fridays at lunchtime over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
- A one-hour weekly lecture/seminar style course on the history of contemporary German science & technology taught over two terms (Autumn, Spring) Science and Technology in German Speaking Countries
Year 3
- General Language course (German Level 5 or German Level 6). A two-hour weekly language class from the Imperial Horizons Programme (Autumn & Spring terms)
- A two-hour weekly practical translation class (German-English) focusing on discipline related texts, taught in two separate hours over two terms (Autumn, Spring).
Year 4
Year Abroad
A year spent in a partner German-speaking partner institution as part of the ERASMUS+ European exchange programme.
During this year of study, you are required to complete an Extended Language Project (Chemistry). In the Autumn following your return, you will have to complete a Viva on your work.